Who is Ian Thornton? Why is he something of an outcast in society in the opening pages of the novel? What does Ian do to change his standing in society? What does this say about society? Does Ian love Elizabeth? Do you think he really meant to marry her that first weekend they spent together? Why did he change his mind? Why do you think it was so easy for Ian to believe Elizabeth to be a dishonest woman? Why does Ian change his mind?

Discuss Elizabeth Cameron. What kind of a woman is Elizabeth? Is Elizabeth naïve or stupid? What is the difference between these two character descriptions? Why does Elizabeth approach Ian at the weekend party? Are Elizabeth's intentions honest? Why does Elizabeth attempt to stop Ian from being branded a cheat? Why does no one listen to her? What does...